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Champions for Moms

Kelly Preston

“I love nothing more than being a mom, and as moms we are fiercely protective of our kids. I know I would do ANYTHING to ensure the health of my children. That started from day one, twenty years ago, with that first connection I had with my son the first time I breastfed him. Not only did I feel this amazing bond between he and I, but I knew that I was giving him something that nothing else on earth could. Mother’s milk is loaded with so much vital protection, yet there is still so much misinformation and so little help for moms who can and want to breastfeed, or want access to donor milk.   I’d love to see all moms get educated,  be able to make an informed decision about what is best for themselves and their babies, and get all the support they need to succeed.”

Laila Ali

Laila Ali, former boxing champ and daughter of legendary Muhammad Ali, shares her birth story. She reveals why she ultimately chose not to have a homebirth, even though it was her original intention, and why she chose a doula (labor specialist) to help her have the best birth experience. Don’t miss her empowering, motivating advice for moms! Also see the excerpt on People.com

Jenna Elfman

Actress Jenna Elfman shares her amazing story of her challenging breastfeeding experience, and how she donated her breastmilk to a drug-addicted baby in Part I of our interview with her. (Click here for the article preview on People.com’s Moms & Babies.) Read how she over came the Booby Traps to have a wonderful and successful breastfeeding experience with her second baby, her “run-in” with the TSA, and her adventures of nursing in public in Part II of our interview! (Click here for an excerpt on People.com) New! Don’t miss Jenna sharing HER mother’s breastfeeding story for Mother’s Day, 2011!

Kaitlin Olson

In our exclusive interview with actress Kaitlin Olson, star of Always Sunny in Philadelphia, opens up about her plans to have a home birth, her intention to breastfeed, and the influence of a holistic family on her decision-making. The daughter of Earth Mama Angel Baby founders Melinda & Don Olson, Kaitlin sets a powerful example for moms. Read the hotly commented excerpt on People.com. New! Kaitlin and her mom, Melinda Olson, swap breastfeeding stories to close out Mother’s Day 2011.

Alysia Reiner

Actress Alysia Reiner shares her story of being inspired by our interview with Gabby Reece to breastfeed longer than she had planned, and how she donated her breastmilk to a friend who was having difficulty breastfeeding. We hope her story raises awareness of the next best choice to mothers’ own milk, and the need for more human milk banks. Click here to read the story on People.com’s Moms & Babies, and don’t miss Alysia sharing about HER mother’s breastfeeding experience for Mother’s Day 2011.

Kelly Rutherford

Kelly Rutherford

“I think it’s beautiful what you’re doing and incredible. I think the fact that you’ve come together, and that you are doing this shows that things are shifting in the world. Thank you!” — Kelly Rutherford, actress, The Gossip GirlsRead our exclusive breastfeeding interview with Kelly Rutherford, in which she shares how she overcame breastfeeding challenges and went on to tandem nurse her son Hermes, 3 and newborn daughter Helena. For the People.com Moms & Babies excerpt, click here, and don’t miss Kelly sharing HER mother’s breastfeeding experience for Mother’s Day 2011.

Neal Barnard, M.D.

Neal Barnard, M.D.

“As a physician, I always recommend mother’s milk as the ideal food for newborns. Not only does breastfeeding provide essential nutrients for healthy growth; breast-fed babies have stronger immunity and have a measure of protection against diabetes, asthma, and many other health problems. They even have a few extra IQ points, compared with their formula-fed friends. Best for Babes provides a wealth of information about breastfeeding and with the first-hand experience of Danielle and Bettina, you will be left informed, inspired and supported as you build a healthy foundation for your baby’s future.”Neal Barnard, M.D.

President, Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine

Gabrielle Reece

Gabrielle Reece

“I am proud to support the Best for Babes Campaign to help moms who want to breastfeed get off to the best start and avoid obstacles to breastfeeding.” For our exclusive interview with Gabby Reece for Celebrity Baby Blog (Now People’s Moms and Babies), click here!Gabrielle Reece

Former professional athlete, health & fitness advocate, writer and TV host, The Honey Line

Farley Boyle & daughter Chase

Farley Boyle & daughter Chase

“My daughter Chase nearly drowned on the day I came home from the hospital with my new baby. We were all given a second chance because of the optional life-saving skills my husband learned while we were expecting our first child, and it prompted us to found C.H.A.S.E. for Life to ensure that everyone could learn, for free, CPR and choking maneuvers. Breastfeeding is also a life-saving skill, and we are proud to support and congratulate the Best For Babes pioneers. Giving the masses the tools and encouragement needed PRIOR to becoming a parent to ensure success and health is something we both have in common. Learning how to start a life, and how to save a life, is something every parent should have access to!Farley Boyle

Former model and Founder, C.H.A.S.E. for Life

Juanita Ingraham

Juanita Ingraham

I am so excited about this organization! What a WONDERFUL mission. I am a full-time working mom (corporate attorney) and I had to really fight to create a corporate lactation program at the company I worked for. It was a real uphill battle and the misperceptions of breastfeeding are real and prevalent. I was criticized by both male and female colleagues for my decision but I wouldn’t change it for the world. I know that a lot of working mothers give up on breastfeeding earlier than they would prefer to because of lack of support and negative workplace stigmas. Thank you for all that you are doing to help give breastfeeding a much needed make-over and provide support to all breastfeeding women!” For Mrs. Ingraham’s story, click here.Juanita Ingraham

Mrs. U.S. Beauties 2009

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